Tips for Effective Board Members Communications

Whether your board members meet in person or remotely an open and transparent communications can result in more enthused boards and successful decision-making. To ensure that your board is equipped with the right tools to assist in making this process a success it is essential to choose the most effective communication solution that matches the company’s goals and values. To assist you, we’ve put together the following tips for effective board members communications.

Avoid “boardspeak” Beware of “boardspeak” – getting lost in your nonprofit’s language can quickly transform a conversation into a disinformation dump. Keep it short concise, clear, and always proofread.

Take note of the style of communication of each member. Some are more visual, while others prefer to receive information in writing. Understanding these differences will help you to communicate more effectively, and help you build a strong board culture.

Establish a rhythm of communications. Board meetings might be brief however it is crucial to ensure a consistent stream of updates and re-iterations. Plan check-ins or emails at the same time every month or quarter so that your board is aware of what’s happening and when.

Use visual aids to clarify complicated data or information. Visual representations, such as graphs, charts and diagrams will assist your board members to comprehend trends or patterns which would otherwise be difficult to grasp. Linking these findings to familiar concepts or analogies can also make the information more accessible and easier to comprehend.

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